John Stones

John Stones

British

Personal Information

Full Name John Stones
Date of Birth May 28, 1994
Nationality British
Height 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Role Centre-back
Past Team(s)

John Stones News

Cristiano Ronaldo or Thierry Henry? John Stones chooses between the two legendary attackers
Cristiano Ronaldo or Thierry Henry? John Stones chooses between the two legendary attackers 
Manchester City star distributed election posters titled ‘Man of the People’ to try and become club captain last season, confirms Ilkay Gundogan
Manchester City star distributed election posters titled ‘Man of the People’ to try and become club captain last season, confirms Ilkay Gundogan 
Why Manchester City are facing Newcastle United at the worst possible time
Why Manchester City are facing Newcastle United at the worst possible time
“You are sure losing before HT”, “Pep curse starting” – Manchester City fans fume as 29-year-old star misses Premier League opener against Burnley
“You are sure losing before HT”, “Pep curse starting” – Manchester City fans fume as 29-year-old star misses Premier League opener against Burnley
Has Pep Guardiola surpassed Sir Alex Ferguson and Johan Cruyff?
Has Pep Guardiola surpassed Sir Alex Ferguson and Johan Cruyff?

John Stones: A Brief Biography


Background

John Stones is a professional English footballer who was born on 28th May, 1994. He plays as a centre back and has played as a right back at times. He was born in Barnsley, England and currently plays for Manchester city and the English national team.


Career

Stones started off his career as a youngster with Barnsley. After coming through the youth ranks, he made his senior debut for the club in March 2012. In 2013, he was off to Everton and he spent three seasons in Merseyside before moving to Manchester City in 2016.

For England, Stones made his senior debut on 30th May, 2014 against Peru. He was a part of the England squad that finished fourth at the 2018 FIFA World Cup.


Position and Playing Style

Stones plays as a centre-back on most occasions though he has also featured at right back at times. Blessed with an excellent range of passing, his ability on the ball is unparalleled and he has gained several plaudits for his bravery on the ball.